Theodore Dwight Weld Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Theodore dwight weld Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 3 N,28 8 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.050000
  • Longitude: -28.133333
Water Depth 2800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THEODORE DWIGHT WELD
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 20, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.2.96 10.2.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 570300N, 280800W. (LL WW2, LIBERTY SHIPS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY CALIFORNAI SB CORP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE US WAR SHIPPING ADMINSITRATION. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 339NHP. PASSAGE MANCHESTER FOR NEW YORK. TORPEDOED BY U 238. (LIBERTY SHIPS, DODS, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD wreck located?

The THEODORE DWIGHT WELD wreck is located at coordinates 57 3 N,28 8 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD?

The seabed around the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD lies at approximately 2800 meters deep.

When did the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD sink?

The THEODORE DWIGHT WELD sank on Sep 20, 1943.

When was the wreck of the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD discovered?

The wreck of the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD was discovered in 1943.

What country did the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD belong to?

The THEODORE DWIGHT WELD belonged to US.

What cargo was the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD carrying?

The THEODORE DWIGHT WELD was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD?

The THEODORE DWIGHT WELD had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the THEODORE DWIGHT WELD?

The THEODORE DWIGHT WELD is classified as a steam ship.

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